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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Police Colonel Thwarts Robbery and Wounds Two Criminals in Quevedo

A police colonel in Quevedo thwarted a robbery attempt, wounding two suspects in the process.

Feb 26 • 13:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The decision to dismiss and the sudden disappearance of the colonel. The background of the scandal in WOT

A colonel in the Polish Territorial Defense Force has gone missing amid serious allegations of misconduct, including assault and financial irregularities.

Feb 26 • 09:24 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

Togo: sentences of 3 to 50 years requested in the appeal trial regarding the death of Colonel Bitala Madjoulba

In Togo, sentences ranging from 3 to 50 years have been requested for seven individuals accused in the appeal trial concerning the killing of Colonel Bitala Madjoulba.

Feb 26 • 05:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Review of Park Jin-kyung’s Veteran Status’... Jeju 4·3 Memorial Committee Says, ‘Welcome Even If Late’

The Jeju 4·3 Memorial Committee welcomed the announcement that the Ministry of Veterans Affairs will re-evaluate the veteran status of Colonel Park Jin-kyung, who led a crackdown during the Jeju 4·3 incident.

Feb 26 • 05:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Ministry of Veterans Affairs to Reassess the Registration of Colonel Park Jin-kyung as a National Beneficiary from ‘4·3 Fierce Suppression’

The South Korean Ministry of Veterans Affairs has decided to completely reassess the registration of Colonel Park Jin-kyung, who is associated with allegations of harsh suppression of civilians during the Jeju April 3 incident.

Feb 26 • 02:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Absurd Accusation Against Ahn Gyu-ryeong’ Former Colonel Kim Hyun-tae Reflects on His Subordinate's Armament Incident

Former Colonel Kim Hyun-tae claims that soldiers from the 707th Special Mission Group are victims of manipulation, while reflecting on his role in the controversial military incursion at the National Assembly.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reserve Colonel Marcos Serra Uses Comment Section to Defend Conservative Values

Retired Colonel Marcos Serra actively engages in commenting on news articles to express his conservative values, despite his disagreement with the outlet's editorial stance.

Feb 25 • 21:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Antonio Tejero, the lieutenant colonel who became a symbol of the coup attempt during the Spanish transition, has died

Antonio Tejero, a key figure in the failed coup attempt in Spain in 1981, has passed away at the age of 93, coinciding with the release of declassified documents regarding the coup.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Spain, Colonel Antonio Tejero has died: he led the failed coup of 1981

Colonel Antonio Tejero, who led the unsuccessful coup d'état in Spain in 1981, has passed away at the age of 93, coinciding with the declassification of documents related to his involvement in the coup by the Sánchez government.

Feb 25 • 18:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Antonio Tejero, the executor of 23-F, has died: the exalted pawn, the indomitable coup plotter

Lieutenant Colonel Antonio Tejero has passed away at the age of 93, coinciding with the Spanish government's declassification of documents related to the 1981 coup attempt he led.

Feb 25 • 18:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Antonio Tejero, the lieutenant colonel who starred in the failed coup attempt of 23-F, dies at 93

Antonio Tejero, the controversial figure behind the 1981 coup attempt in Spain, has passed away at the age of 93.

Feb 25 • 18:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tejero's wife referred to the military as "fool" or "wretched" dozens of times on 23-F: "They left him like a cigarette butt"

The wife of Lieutenant Colonel Antonio Tejero referred to her husband derogatorily during the attempted coup in Spain on February 23, 1981, as newly released archival documents reveal her desperate attempts to contact him.

Feb 25 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dog survives helicopter crash that killed 15 in Peru and stays next to its owner's body

A dog survived a military helicopter crash in Peru that claimed the lives of 15 people, including its owner, Colonel Javier Nole.

Feb 24 • 20:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A dog survives a helicopter accident that caused 15 deaths in Peru: it was beside the corpse of its owner

A small dog miraculously survived a helicopter crash in Peru that killed 15 people, found next to the body of its owner, Colonel Javier Nole.

Feb 24 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

After the death of a police officer in SP, the lieutenant colonel asked the police to return to the apartment to take a shower

Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Rosa Neto requested police to allow him back into his apartment following the death of his wife, a police officer found shot, triggering an investigation into her death.

Feb 24 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

See who was the wife of the lieutenant colonel found dead with a gunshot wound to the head in SP

Gisele Alves Santana, a 32-year-old police officer, was found dead in her apartment in São Paulo, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, which was initially ruled a suicide but later appeared to be related to a history of domestic abuse.

Feb 23 • 17:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Norwegian Lieutenant Colonel: Is it time for a Nordic atomic bomb?

A Norwegian Lt. Colonel discusses the strategic implications of Russia's use of hypersonic missiles and nuclear capabilities for the Nordic countries.

Feb 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police begin investigating the death of a lieutenant colonel's wife as a homicide after she was found shot in the head in SP

The Civil Police in Brazil is now investigating the death of Gisele Alves Santana, a military police officer, as a homicide after her initial cause of death was mistakenly recorded as suicide.

Feb 20 • 22:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Policewoman killed with a shot to the head was in an abusive relationship with a lieutenant colonel, says victim's mother to the police

Military police officer Gisele Alves Santana was found dead from a gunshot wound in her apartment, and her mother claims she was in an abusive relationship with her husband, Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Rosa Neto.

Feb 20 • 19:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lieutenant Colonel's wife found dead with a gunshot to the head is buried in Suzano

Gisele Alves Santana, a military police officer, was found dead, and her family disputes claims of suicide, suggesting she was a victim of femicide amid reports of a troubled relationship with her husband.

Feb 20 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lieutenant Colonel's wife found dead with a gunshot to the head in an apartment in SP

A military police officer, Gisele Alves Santana, was found dead in her São Paulo apartment from a gunshot wound, bringing attention to domestic violence concerns.

Feb 20 • 14:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An administrator takes charge of the military social security, which has a huge debt and cuts in benefits

Colonel Ariel Guzmán has been appointed to manage the military social security amid significant debt and operational deficits.

Feb 20 • 12:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Kiviselg: Communication Restrictions Have Made the Situation of Russian Forces More Difficult

Estonian military intelligence chief Colonel Ants Kiviselg stated that restrictions on communication, particularly by SpaceX's Starlink and the Russian government's limit on Telegram usage, have negatively impacted Russian military operations in Ukraine.

Feb 20 • 10:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Live at 12: press conference on the developments at the front lines of the war in Ukraine

A press conference will be held at noon to discuss the state of affairs regarding Russia's aggression in Ukraine, led by Colonel Ants Kiviselg of the Defense Forces Intelligence Center.

Feb 20 • 07:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Colonel Miezītis: The 'Sēlija' Polygon Allows the NBS to Turn a New Page

Colonel Kaspars Miezītis announced that the new military polygon 'Sēlija' will enhance the National Armed Forces' capabilities by facilitating brigade-level training.

Feb 20 • 06:21 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Putin Gives Blessing to New Madagascar Leader

Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed Colonel Michael Randrianirina as Madagascar's interim leader during a meeting in Moscow, emphasizing the partnership between Russia and Madagascar amidst ongoing geopolitical shifts in Africa.

Feb 19 • 17:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Russian colonel allegedly organized a million fraud with soldiers he wounded himself

A decorated Russian colonel is facing court charges for allegedly orchestrating a scheme where soldiers shot themselves to claim battle injury compensations, sharing the proceeds with the fraudster.

Feb 19 • 16:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

An alleged torturer from the Maduro regime in Trump's immigration prisons

Rafael Quero Silva, a former Venezuelan colonel accused of torturing protestors against Nicolás Maduro, is detained in a Miami immigration facility while facing potential deportation and human rights violations charges.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Prime Minister will have a consultant on military cooperation issues

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has appointed Colonel Raivis Melnis as an external consultant on military cooperation matters.

Feb 17 • 06:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

His Colonel Kilgore is the son of John Wayne

The article discusses the evolution of American cinema's portrayal of heroes, particularly focusing on Colonel Kilgore from 'Apocalypse Now' as a representation of a bygone era.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

Togo: Appeal trial of General Kadangha in the case of Colonel Madjoulba's murder

The appeal trial of former Togolese Army Chief of Staff Félix Abalo Kadangha, concerning the murder of Colonel Madjoulba, has begun, with Kadangha previously sentenced to 20 years in prison on various charges.

Feb 16 • 22:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Robert Duvall: when 11 minutes were enough to immortalize an iconic quote

The article reflects on the legendary performance of Robert Duvall as Colonel Bill Kilgore in 'Apocalypse Now', highlighting the impact of his character's iconic lines and his substantial contributions to film.

Feb 16 • 20:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

According to the Commander of the Defense Forces' Drone Unit, the Criticism from Ukrainian Drone Pilots Does Not Take into Account the Context of the Exercise

Colonel Arbo Probal addressed criticisms from Ukrainian drone pilots regarding Estonia's major military exercise, Siil 2025, emphasizing the need to consider the context of training rather than individual losses.

Feb 16 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Disgraced Andrew 'tried to set up Jeffrey Epstein meeting for dictator Colonel Gaddafi'

Prince Andrew allegedly attempted to facilitate a meeting between Jeffrey Epstein and the Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi in 2010, according to newly released emails from the Department of Justice.

Feb 13 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Man who researched Lee Rigby before trying to decapitate army officer jailed for life

Anthony Esan has been sentenced to life imprisonment after attacking Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton, influenced by online research on military assaults.

Feb 13 • 12:08 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Kiviselg: Russia Timed Record Airstrikes on Ukraine for Cold Weather

Colonel Ants Kiviselg reports that Russia has dramatically increased its airstrikes against Ukraine during the recent cold weather, targeting energy infrastructure.

Feb 13 • 10:55 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
Crime & Justice

Retired US Army officer jailed for sharing secrets with online date

A retired US Army colonel has been sentenced to prison for sharing classified military information with a woman he met online.

Feb 13 • 09:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

LIVE at 12: Overview of developments on the front lines of the Ukraine war

An update on the situation in the war between Russia and Ukraine will be provided by Colonel Ants Kiviselg of Estonia's Defense Forces during a press conference.

Feb 13 • 05:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Colonel of the Military Police is appointed as the new Secretary of Security in Taubaté

Fabiano Gomes Pereira has been appointed as the new Secretary of Security in Taubaté, Brazil, following the departure of the previous secretary.

Feb 12 • 21:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Espionage case: The Colonel at the Great Wall with the recruiters

Photos of a 54-year-old colonel from Greece next to a recruiter at the Great Wall of China have surfaced, revealing connections to espionage activities.

Feb 12 • 17:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

President of the Chamber of Boa Vista and police colonel charged with vote-buying scheme

The President of the Municipal Chamber of Boa Vista and a police colonel face charges for an alleged vote-buying scheme ahead of the 2024 municipal elections.

Feb 12 • 16:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Espionage Case: Document Photos with the Greek Colonel and His Chinese Recruiters

A Greek Air Force colonel faces espionage charges after revealing critical information about NATO-related activities and naming accomplices during his testimony.

Feb 12 • 14:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Colonel Aki-Mauri Huhtinen appointed as the new communications director of the Defense Forces

Colonel Aki-Mauri Huhtinen has been appointed as the new communications director of the Finnish Defense Forces, starting in March.

Feb 12 • 08:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Grecia Quiroz makes changes in the cabinet: Appoints colonel as the new head of Security in Uruapan

Uruapan's mayor, Grecia Quiroz, has appointed Omar Guadarrama Brito as the new Secretary of Public Security, aiming to strengthen security strategies amid rising violence in the city.

Feb 12 • 03:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

TV Critique Markus Lanz: Dispute? Not with us

Rüdiger Lucassen, a retired colonel and defense policy spokesman for the AfD in Germany, fails to break with his party during an appearance on the Markus Lanz show, instead engaging in a debate about internal disputes.

Feb 12 • 01:42 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Madagascan President Randrianirina visits city devastated by Cyclone Gezani

President Colonel Michael Randrianirina visits Toamasina, Madagascar, to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Gezani, which has left many dead and significant destruction in its path.

Feb 11 • 18:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Spy case: The colonel in Corinth prison – "I apologize to my homeland"

A Greek air force officer has been imprisoned in Corinth for espionage, admitting to passing classified information to China while claiming he was coerced by threats against his family.

Feb 11 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Espionage Case: The First Contact of the Colonel with the Liaison Two Years Ago

A Greek colonel has been detained for espionage following a two-year investigation that revealed online and in-person meetings with a Chinese liaison.

Feb 11 • 11:29 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

To Vima today: How the colonel detained for espionage operated

This article discusses the espionage case involving a Greek Air Force colonel accused of providing sensitive information to Chinese officials.

Feb 11 • 03:48 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

At 5 AM: Mitsotakis meets Erdogan - The Colonel has been detained - Trump warns Iran

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan today in Ankara, focusing on maintaining open communication lines and a limited positive agenda amidst ongoing tensions.

Feb 11 • 02:00 UTC

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